Magnolia macrophylla
Magnolia macrophylla
Magnolia macrophylla
Large-Leaved Cucumber Tree, Great-Leaved Magnolia, Umbrella Tree
Ordered in May 2022, I received it already very beautiful and in excellent condition, about 70/80cm tall, and today it measures around 3m (very vigorous growth, even extremely vigorous, so it matches the description). Its leaves are truly magnificent and hold up quite well against the wind where I live (definitely better than a banana plant, in any case). And I also had the pleasure at the beginning of June of admiring its first flower since it was planted three years ago—it was a huge, spectacular flower about 30cm across. It's really a shame not to be able to include one or two photos because the plant is already stunning at three years old, and it's a plant I absolutely adore.
Pierre, 20/07/2025
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Description
The Magnolia macrophylla is undoubtedly the most impressive tree of its genus. It is not its flowers that catch the eye at first glance, but its lush leaves, which can exceed 60cm (24in) in length!
Originally from North America, the large-leaved magnolia is a large bush with a rounded habit, reaching 10 to 15 meters in height when fully grown. Its large deciduous oblong foliage, measures from 50 to 80cm (20 to 32in) in length, and is light green on the upper side and whitish gray on the underside.
In summer, beautiful and large fragrant white flowers, 20-25cm (8-10in) in diameter, bloom at the end of the branches. This summer flowering is a characteristic of American species.
Although exotic in appearance, the Magnolia macrophylla is hardy in many regions and can withstand temperatures as low as -15°C (5°F) without damage. It is easy to grow and prefers partial shade, but can tolerate full sun in temperate regions. Avoid windy locations. It prefers light, deep, rich, and moist soil that is neutral to slightly acidic, and does not tolerate heavy soils that retain water in winter.
Plant the Magnolia macrophylla as a standalone specimen or in the back of a border, in an exotic setting with giant Brazilian rhubarb, rodgersias, and hedychiums.
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Botanical data
Magnolia
macrophylla
Magnoliaceae
Large-Leaved Cucumber Tree, Great-Leaved Magnolia, Umbrella Tree
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Grow the Magnolia macrophylla preferably in partial shade (in full sun in temperate regions) but not in total shade. Plant it sheltered from cold and dominant winds, in a moist, rich, deep, well-drained neutral or slightly acidic soil. In weakly alkaline soil: dig a very large planting hole of at least 50-60cm (20-24in) deep and add ericaceous compost mixed with your garden soil. Mulch the Magnolia in the first year to prevent it from freezing during heavy winter frosts. Water it in case of drought but in normal conditions watering by rain will be sufficient. From February to June, before leaves appear, remove dead or diseased wood as well as crossing branches.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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